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Adaptive Immune Response
The adaptive immune response is a powerful defense mechanism that comes into play when the innate immune response falls short in eliminating pathogens. This intricate system involves specific antibodies produced by B cells, which bind to antigens, such as viruses and bacteria, marking them for destruction. Antibodies can neutralize pathogens, impeding their ability to infect…
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Pathogen Recognition and Innate Immunity
The excerpt delves into the crucial topics of pathogen recognition and innate immunity. It highlights the significance of the innate immune system as the first line of defense against invading pathogens, explaining the role of pathogen recognition receptors (PRRs) in detecting unique pathogen structures known as pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs). The innate immune response’s rapid…
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